Bartender-03 INT – 6847

USCG Base Cape Cod MWR; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Annual and Sick Leave

Holiday Pay

Pension Plan

401k Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

USCG Base Cape Cod MWR is seeking a bartender to mix and serve drinks, operate a cash register, and maintain a clean, well-stocked bar area in Boston, MA. The role requires serving both alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages and following all safety procedures.

The ideal candidate will have experience mixing drinks, strong cash handling skills, and the ability to stand for long periods. Training will be provided, with occasional lifting and ability to handle unruly patrons as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience mixing alcoholic beverages for retail sale.
• Experience recognizing intoxicated or unruly patrons and resolving the problem.
• Experience following proper cash handling procedures.
• Must stand, stoop, and walk for long periods; able to lift 5–10 lbs frequently and up to 40 lbs occasionally.
• Must meet minimum age to work with alcohol.

Responsibilities

• Mix and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages.
• Receive payments, operate cash register, and make change.
• Set up bar for operation and maintain sanitary, well-stocked work area.
• Complete required training for serving alcohol and maintain compliance with safety rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mixing alcoholic beverages

Cash handling

Customer service

Sanitation procedures

Education

Bartender training (preferred)

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

6 days ago Requisition ID: 6847

OMB NO: 1625-0120

Expiration Date: 05/31/2029

Announcement: 6847

Opening Date: 27 July 2026 Pay Plan/Series/Pay Band: NA-7405-03

Closing Date: Until Filled Work Schedule: Intermittent (0-19 hours/week)

Position: Bartender-03 Salary: $19.63/hour

Who May Apply: All Sources Location: Boston, MA

MWR Boston All Hands Club

DUTIES

The purpose of this position is to mix and serve alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages.

Prepares a variety of alcoholic drinks by selecting proper premix and garnish where a working knowledge of the various mixed drinks is required. Serves patrons directly or delivers to wait staff. Receives payment, operates cash register, and makes and returns change to patrons or wait staff. May be required to prepare documentation for cash funds accountability.

Sets up bar for operation. Ensures bar is in a presentable and sanitary condition. Assures an adequate stock level is maintained, sets up storeroom and work area to permit easy access to stock items. Maintains work area neat and clean. Washes bar equipment, glassware, and utensils following proper sanitation procedures. Stocks services bars and assists higher level bartender as required.

Completes required training in the serving of alcohol beverages before starting work. Annual, local refresher training is required and must be documented. Identifies persons who become unruly or who appear intoxicated, resolves the problem, or seeks assistance in accordance with established procedures.

Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Uses required safety equipment, and observes safe work procedures. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Must have working knowledge of sanitation procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications below. Your resume/application must demonstrate the required experience/education.

Please see additional information on how your application is evaluated.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Minimum

• 1. Experience mixing alcoholic beverages for retail sale. Completion of a bartender’s training school may be substituted for the required experience.
• 2. Experience recognizing intoxicated or unruly patrons and to resolving the problem or seeking assistance.
• 3. Experience following proper cash handling procedures.
• 4. Must be able to stoop, stand, and walk for long periods of time. Must be physically able to frequently lift objects weighing 5 to 10 pounds, pull and push objects weighing 10 to 20 pounds, and occasionally lift up to and over 40 pounds.
• 5. Must meet the appropriate minimum age requirement for working with and/or serving alcoholic beverages.

Preferred (in addition to the minimum):

• One year’s experience as a bartender.

USCG COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMAND COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS

By choosing to work for the Coast Guard Community Services Command, you will enjoy one of the best benefit packages available anywhere. Benefit offerings are subject to applicable worker categories (Full-time, Part-time, Intermittent), location, position, and length of time in service.

• Paid Annual and Sick Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Pension Plan
• 401k Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance

OTHER ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

• Residency Requirements: Non-U.S. nationals, who are authorized to work in the U.S. and applying for any DHS position, must have resided within the United States, or U.S. territories, for at least three of the last five years.
• Selectee will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer as the Standard method of payment for payroll and travel purposes.
• Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System, unless covered by an exemption under the Selective Service Law, in accordance with 5 U.S. Code 3378. Selectee will be required to provide a written statement regarding his registration status unless he is exempted by this statute.
• Must satisfactorily complete a Federal Background check and all pre-employment requirements, which may include, but are not limited to, background checks, security clearances, drug testing, verification of employment history, and any other requirements applicable to this position. Additionally, you may be required to meet specific job-related qualifications or certifications as a condition of your employment.
• Applicants may not be employed in the chain of command of their relatives.
• This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit factor such as race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status.